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A magnificent fort looming over the city, picture-postcard vistas of sand dunes and an array of illuminated sandstone buildings&mdash;Jaisalmer is nothing short of a scene straight out of Arabian Nights. It attracts many couples, honeymooners and families with its erstwhile royal splendour. The Jaisalmer Fort (also known as the Golden Fort of Rajasthan) is the most splendid attraction of the city, perched on an elevated patch looking over the city. Surrounded by numerous golden-hued shrines, Gadsisar Lake is ideal for an evening picnic or a short paddleboat ride. The city's most popular activity is taking a camel ride over the desert sands; best enjoyed at sunrise and sunset, the ride gives an insight into Rajasthan's rural life and stunning vistas of the horizon. Jaisalmer's winding alleys are home to vibrant markets from where you can pick up quintessential Rajasthani souvenirs. Rajasthani cuisine, famous for its spicy veg curries, mouth-watering meat dishes and delectable sweets is the icing on the cake.

FAST FACTS

Nearest Airport: Jodhpur Airport

Best Time to Visit Jaisalmer: November-March

Currency: Rupee

Languages: Marwari, Rajasthani, English, Sanskrit, Hindi

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​Whether you are a history buff or a mountain person, there is no dearth of interesting places to visit near Jaisalmer. You can explore magnificent forts in Jodhpur, Jaipur, Chittorgarh and Udaipur, s...More

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From budget to luxury and heritage to boutique, the hotels in Jaisalmer cater to the needs of all kind of travellers. You can pick from the lot—choices vary from heritage properties that give you a royal treatment to budget hotels, offering decent services and facilities—all you need to do is book well in advance. Be it a family vacation, a romantic escape or just you taking a break from daily routine; hotels at Jaisalmer will take care of you quite nicely.

The colourful city of Jaisalmer is peppered with some brilliant eateries, serving authentic Rajasthani flavours. From relishing healthy breakfast at Golden Roof and having quick bites at Gaji's Restaurant to tasting delicious Rajasthani thali at Chandan Shree Restaurant; epicures have much to do in this city. Whether you want to relish Indian food or try some Chinese or Italian delicacies, these restaurants are sure to satisfy the most discerning palate. Tasty food, grand views and warm hospitality are some of the prime characteristics of the Jaisalmer restaurants.

Jaisalmer streets are full of small eateries, rooftop cafes and fine dining restaurants. There’s so much to do and eat that you are always left longing for some more days so you could try and do it all. If I have limited time in Jaisalmer, this is how I would like to spend the day—dedicated to good food.

Far away from the maddening crowd, the Golden City is home to colossal sandcastles, old havelis and colourful shops. With so much to do and see, there is no dearth of places to visit in Jaisalmer. The moment you enter the city, you’ll be welcomed with the wondrous sight of the grand Jaisalmer Fort also known as Sonar Quila. Contributing greatly to Jaisalmer tourism are the set of seven Jain temples located inside the grand Jaisalmer Fort. Patwon-ki-Haveli, Salim Singh-ki-Haveli and Bada Bagh are some of the other prime attractions of this desert city. Also Gadsisar Lake, Jaisalmer Folk Museum and Sam Sand Dunes are unmissable spots of Jaisalmer.

When it comes to interesting things to do in Jaisalmer, the city has pretty awesome stuffs in store. From exploring ancient havelis to roving through grand forts, and enjoying fun desert activities, travellers can spend their time in doing a lot of exciting things here. The destination is home to the famous Jaisalmer Fort, also known as Sonar Quila, which history enthusiasts and holidaymakers would love to explore. Besides, visitors can also go on camel safaris at Khuri and Sam Sand Dunes to know the city in its best self.

If you have been there already, and are keen for more, we have lined up the most offbeat things to do in Jaisalmer. Also, now that some great weather is here, you might as well book some tickets to a golden vacation.

From magnificent forts and palaces of Chittorgarh, Jaipur and Jodhpur to serene lakes of Udaipur, there are myriad weekend getaways from Jaisalmer that will add to your holiday experience. Whether you’re interested in getting an insight into the glorious past of India or in exploring enormous palaces that still evoke tales of the bygone era, these places will charm you in every way possible. You can take your pick from these exciting destinations that are easily accessible from the Golden City of Jaisalmer.

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